Studies show these are effective ways to achieve better test results: Write your own study guide. It will help you evaluate the material and makes it easier for you to remember. Write down key points you need to remember for the test. Run it by your teacher. This way...

First-Year Experience First-year experience programs have been shown to improve Freshman retention rates. These classes bring together smaller groups of students with faculty with a goal of improving student success while focusing on a specific subject. This...

The Common App Makes it Easy to Apply to Multiple Colleges and Universities by Lee Norwood, Annapolis College Consulting, July 1, 2019 Junior year is in the books. Summer is finally here. You have a moment to exhale……… Done? You had your moment. Now teens and families...

by Emilie Mobley, June 2019 1. College Roommate=Friend? Maybe, maybe not. Surviving and thriving as a freshman can be rooted in maintaining a healthy roommate relationship. Your dorm room is your home, and the person(s) you share it with is an important part of...

The HIPAA Privacy Rule Can Get in Your Way By Susan Feinstein, July 23, 2016 Important Documents Moms and dads who still think of themselves as protectors and advisers, even after their children become legal adults, often don’t consider the real-world implications of...

By Lee Norwood 1. Your Attendance The easy peasy way to ensure success is to show up for class and sit in the front. This will help with focus! Your attendance is a strong predictor of future success. And at the cost per credit hour you are paying…it makes sense...